Clinical trials
Sentinel Lymph Node clinical trials
Below are recruiting sentinel lymph node clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 94 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06870903Recruiting
Comparing two lymph node removal methods in vaginal surgery for early endometrial cancer
This trial compares two ways of removing lymph nodes during a vaginal minimally invasive surgery for early-stage endometrial cancer. It aims to find which method is safer and more effective.
Diyarbakır, BaglarAges 18–85 - NCT04594187RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation after immunotherapy for melanoma that spread to a sentinel node
This Phase 2 trial tests whether adding radiation to the lymph node area can help people with melanoma that has a positive sentinel lymph node. It is meant for patients without spread to distant organs, who are already planning to receive post-surgery immunotherapy.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT04293796Recruiting
Skipping breast surgery after complete response
This trial looks at whether some people with breast cancer can safely avoid breast surgery after they respond completely to treatment before surgery. If you have no remaining cancer in the tissue and lymph node tests, this study checks whether the “watch-and-wait” approach is feasible and safe.
Saint PetersburgAges 18–70 - NCT06689956Recruiting
Observation after surgery for low-risk endometrial cancer with tiny lymph node findings
This study looks at women with low-risk endometrial cancer who had tiny amounts of cancer cells found in their sentinel lymph nodes during surgery. Doctors want to see if it's safe to avoid additional treatments like chemotherapy or radiation.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges Any age - NCT05645523RecruitingEarly Phase 1
ICG dye mapping to find lymph nodes in some childhood tumors
This early study tests using a special dye (indocyanine green, or ICG) to help surgeons find the correct “sentinel” lymph nodes during surgery in children with certain suspected tumors. If successful, it may improve how doctors remove and check lymph nodes while reducing the chance of missing important areas.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Up to 20 years - NCT03097575RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Imaging-guided lung surgery using special near-infrared light
This trial tests whether using special near-infrared imaging can help surgeons better guide lung tumor removal during minimally invasive or open chest surgery. It may improve how accurately the surgical area is identified during the operation.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07278726Recruiting
Targeted removal of only suspicious lymph nodes for early breast cancer
This trial is testing a targeted surgical approach to remove only the suspicious lymph nodes under the arm for people with early-stage, hormone receptor positive, HER2 negative breast cancer. The goal is to see if this less extensive surgery is safe and effective when there is limited lymph node involvement.
Bologna, ItalyAges 18–90 - NCT07708012Enrolling by invitation
Laparoscopic and endoscopic surgery for early stomach cancer
This trial studies a combined surgical approach using a camera through small incisions (laparoscopy) and a flexible tube through the mouth (endoscopy) to treat early-stage stomach cancer. It aims to see if this approach can safely remove the cancer while sparing nearby lymph nodes.
Qingdao, ShandongAges 18–80 - NCT03719547Recruiting
Robot surgery for certain early cervical cancer cases
This trial studies whether robot-assisted surgery can be used safely and effectively for certain early-stage cervical cancers. It may help by using a precise surgical approach to remove the cancer while matching standard care for eligible patients.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT04019678Recruiting
Breast cancer study after chemotherapy with small underarm node spread
This study looks at whether it’s safe and effective to avoid removing many underarm lymph nodes in some people who, after chemotherapy, still seem to have only tiny (“micro”) cancer deposits in the sentinel lymph node. It may help reduce treatment side effects while keeping cancer control.
Rozzano, MIAges 18–75 - NCT04636710Recruiting
Treatment approach study for stage III inflammatory breast cancer
This study looks at how to best plan local treatments (like surgery and/or radiation) for people with stage III inflammatory breast cancer. It may help doctors refine care plans for this aggressive subtype by studying how patients are treated and what outcomes they have.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04741737Recruiting
Repeat lymph node biopsy for recurrent breast cancer
This study tests whether repeating a specific lymph node biopsy (sentinel lymph node biopsy) is safe and useful in people whose breast cancer has come back in the same breast. It may help doctors better understand whether lymph nodes are involved and guide next steps after surgery.
SeoulAges 19 years+ - NCT04959474Recruiting
Pre-surgery radiation study with or without calorie restriction
This trial looks at whether a planned calorie-reduction diet before surgery can change how early breast cancer responds to a short course of radiation. It may help people understand if diet could improve outcomes alongside standard pre-surgery treatment.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 40 years+ - NCT05437380Recruiting
Ultrasound with microbubbles to find and biopsy neck lymph nodes
This trial tests whether a special ultrasound test using “microbubbles” can help doctors find lymph nodes that may contain cancer in people with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. If the test finds suspicious nodes, it may guide where to do a biopsy during planned neck surgery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT05763641Recruiting
Targeted treatment after chemo for certain breast cancers
This trial studies an additional treatment given after chemotherapy for locally advanced breast cancer that has spread to specific underarm lymph nodes. It may help some people reduce cancer returning, especially when tumors match certain growth and spread features.
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06039111Recruiting
Comparing two dyes for lymph node mapping in vulvar cancer
This study compares two methods for finding the first lymph node (sentinel node) that may contain cancer in people with vulvar cancer. It uses a dye called indocyanine green alone or with a radioactive tracer (technetium) to see which approach works better for staging the disease.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06216938RecruitingEarly Phase 1
RP1 virus therapy for advanced melanoma to lower lymph node spread risk
This trial tests a new kind of virus-based treatment (RP1) given directly into melanoma tumors to see if it can reduce the chance of cancer spreading to nearby lymph nodes. It's for people with thicker or more advanced skin melanoma that still has visible tumor or positive margins after biopsy.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06259513Recruiting
Skipping armpit surgery for breast cancer patients
This trial tests whether it's safe to skip armpit surgery in older women with small, low-risk breast cancers. If you qualify, you would have a mastectomy without removing lymph nodes from your armpit.
SingaporeAges 21–80 - NCT06321653Recruiting
Lymphedema after radiation for early breast cancer with 1-2 positive nodes
This trial aims to see if a shorter course of radiation after breast-conserving surgery affects arm swelling (lymphedema) in people with early breast cancer that has spread to 1 or 2 nearby lymph nodes. The goal is to learn if this approach is safe and effective.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06444269RecruitingPhase 2
Precision radiation before surgery for early hormone-positive breast cancer
This trial tests a focused radiation treatment before surgery for early-stage breast cancer that is hormone receptor positive and HER2 negative. The goal is to give precise radiation only to the tumor, with the hope of reducing side effects and improving outcomes.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06610539Recruiting
Magnetic tracer for sentinel node biopsy in breast cancer
This study tests a magnetic tracer call Magtrace to help find and remove the first lymph node (sentinel node) during breast cancer surgery. The goal is to see if it works well for people having breast-conserving surgery.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06656949Recruiting
ICG injection for lymph node mapping in endometrial cancer
This trial tests whether injecting a dye called indocyanine green (ICG) in different spots can better find sentinel lymph nodes during surgery for endometrial cancer. It may help doctors remove fewer nodes and reduce side effects.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–80 - NCT06713161Recruiting
New dye to spot breast cancer during surgery
This study tests a special dye that helps surgeons see breast cancer tissue and nearby lymph nodes more clearly during surgery. The goal is to make sure all cancer is removed while sparing healthy tissue.
Kunming, YunnanAges 18–75 - NCT06911528Recruiting
New cell-probing technology for early breast cancer surgery
This trial tests a new technology that helps doctors examine cells during surgery for early-stage breast cancer. It may help make the sentinel lymph node biopsy more accurate.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for sentinel lymph node?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 94 recruiting sentinel lymph node studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a sentinel lymph node trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a sentinel lymph node trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.